She was lost in thought, wondering when she could finalize the divorce as quickly as possible.

Lucas approached her and extended his hand.

Aveline was wearing an elegant black gown that accentuated her noble features. Her delicate facial

features were beautifully highlighted, with a hint of innocence in her mesmerizing eyes. Her slender waist curved gracefully into her hips. Aveline placed her hand in his.

Lucas gripped it tightly, his eyes swirling with intense emotion as he said in a deep voice, "Ave, you look stunning."

Aveline smiled softly. "Thank you. Did you just realize that?"

Lucas was at a loss for words.

He felt somewhat helpless but wasn't angry. The tenderness in his eyes only grew stronger.

Taking Aaron's advice, he had been treating her warmly. Though Aveline still resisted him, their interactions over the past couple days had been relatively pleasant.

If things continued this way, perhaps their life together wouldn't be unbearable after all.

two left the Tudor mansion

list included) only the upper echelons of Cloudflare City's elite -

was an incredibly formal affair. As they exited the car, they saw a red carpet extending from the entrance all the

of the grounds had been meticulously decorated. Red banners displaying

"Lucas has arrived!"

that woman with

she's his

arose from the

handsome yet stern face remained expressionless as he led Aveline directly into the mansion, his piercing gaze devoid

with some friends when he spotted Lucas entering with Aveline.

he said with a slight

and spoke in a low, angry voice, "Lucas, didn't I tell you not to bring her? She has no status. How dare she show up at an event

struggled to contain his temper as he asked, "Have you introduced her to anyone

until you mentioned

the butler, speaking loudly enough for guests in the foyer to hear clearly, "Fetch

was momentarily

Frederick's expression instantly darkened.

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